2004 Newmar Kountry Star Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 9campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star. The part named most often is steering, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by suspension (3) and equipment (2). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 30,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Steering3 50%
- Suspension3 50%
- Equipment2 33%
- Engine cooling1 17%
- Seats1 17%
Example complaints
Steering: “2004 Newmar Kountry Star is not listed under the nhsta recall #03v-488. I have tried to obtain the recall records from Newmar, and the dealer since the mh was already at a dealership when notification were supposed to be sent out. But I am getting conflicting info concerning the recall records, since there is no record that the notices were sent out. Finally an independent mechanic corrected the recall at no cost to me on 02/06. …”
NHTSA complaint #10185851, filed 2007-03Equipment: “Recreational vehicle's rear seats are not properly attached to the chassis. Consumer is concerned that in an event of a collision or roll over the seats would not stay in position.”
NHTSA complaint #10089998, filed 2004-08, 1,700 milesEngine cooling: “The contact owns a 2004 Newmar Kountry Star rv. While driving approximately 60 MPH on normal road conditions, smoke appeared from the rear of the vehicle. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle and noticed smoke and flames in the engine compartment. The fire engulfed the entire vehicle. The failure occurred without warning. The fire department was called to the scene and a report was filed. The vehicle was completely destroyed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the insurance company's storage facility. The cause of the failure has not been determined. …”
NHTSA complaint #10248621, filed 2008-11, 38,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,700 and 38,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V809000Dec 15, 2017EquipmentCovers: Newmar Kountry Star 1995–2008, Mountain Aire 1995–2018, London Aire 1995–2018 +14 more
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button…
- 10V434000Sep 22, 2010EquipmentCovers: Newmar Kountry Star 2004–2005, Mountain Aire 2002–2005, Kountry Aire 2004–2005, 2008–2009 +4 more
Newmar is recalling certain recreational trailers equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.
- 09V217000Jun 11, 2009Service brakes, hydraulicCovers: Newmar Kountry Star 2001–2006, Mountain Aire 2001–2004, Scottsdale 2003–2006 +3 more
Newmar is recalling 2,578 motorhomes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in…
- 08V366000Jul 17, 2008Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Newmar Kountry Star 2004–2007, Mountain Aire 2004–2007, Kountry Star DP 2003–2006 +8 more
Newmar is recalling 772 my 2004-2005 american star, kountry aire, mountain aire, my 2003-2006 kountry star, my 2007 x-aire fifth wheel trailers; my 2007 bay star, my 2004-2007 kountry star, my 2004-2006 mountain aire, my 2003-2005 scottsdale class a motor…
- 05V263000Jun 2, 2005Service brakes, air › SupplyCovers: Newmar Kountry Star 2004–2005, Dutch Star 2003–2005, Mountain Aire 2003–2005 +2 more
On certain motor homes equipped with ametek ngi gauges, the air gauges are not properly calibrated and the low air warning indicator may be activated when actual air reservoir pressure readings are below the federal motor vehicle safety standard required…
- 05V109000Mar 24, 2005Electrical systemCovers: Newmar Kountry Star 2003–2004, Scottsdale 2003–2004, Mountain Aire 2003–2004
Certain class a motor homes built on workhorse chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 101, "controls and display" and standard no. 105 "hydraulic and electric brake systems." models with actia…
See all 9 recalls for the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10034235Apr 30, 2010Seat belts. Newmar corp.: failed amsafe seat belts being returned to newmar for warranty coverage. Please note that when changing out warranty amsafe seat belts, both harness strap with clip and buckle portion…
- 10025861Jun 4, 2008Equipment. Newmar corporation: all motorized equipped with norcold refer. Change cooling unit heating element vendors; there is a new style electric heating element that must be used in certain new cooling…
- 10025862Jun 2, 2008Equipment. Newmar corporation: all motorized rv. A thermal limit switch is added to certain 1200 lr, 1200 lrim, and 1201 lrim refrigerators to prevent possible excess or overheating conditions in the heater…
Other model years of the Newmar Kountry Star
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 6 | 30,000 | 9 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 6 | 11,115 | 10 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 7 | 20,000 | 8 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 8 | 12,552 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Newmar Kountry Star model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by suspension with 3.
Has the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star been recalled?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2004 Newmar Kountry Star reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 30,000 miles and the middle half falls between 1,700 and 38,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.